5 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Guangzhou - Atlas Obscura

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The Qingping Market

A fantastic assortment of China's finest and most disturbing wares.

Guangzhou, China

Whitewater Village Scenic Area

Man-made waterfall is the tallest in Mainland China.

Guangzhou, China

Huanghuagang Mausoleum of the 72 Martyrs

A replica of the Statue of Liberty watches over the tomb of 72 Chinese revolutionaries.

Guangzhou, China

Guangzhou Circle

The world's tallest circular building is loaded with symbolism, but many just see a big donut.

Guangzhou, China

Ceramic Pillows at the Museum of the Nanyue King's Mausoleum

Three floors above a 2,000-year-old royal tomb is a rare collection of ancient porcelain pillows.

Guangzhou, China

Tomb of Sa'ad Ibn Abi Waqqas

A shrine to the missionary who first brought Islam to China.

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Toilet Bowl Waterfall

What can compare to the comforting sound of 10,000 toilets running?

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